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Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War

Name: Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War
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Book Synopsis: Look inside an 18th-century warship as it sails into battle on the high seas. Packed with extraordinary illustrations, this history book for children covers everything from warship design to navigation. Biesty's incredible drawings slice through a man-of-war to explore every corner, from the crow's nest to the stinking hold. Packed with fascinating facts and gory details, the pages teem with sailors busy about their duties. Find out how gun crews fired a cannon, examine a surgeon's toolkit, and learn the best way to wriggle the maggots out of the ship's biscuits. Look out, too, for the stowaway on every page. He's the one with spiky hair and there's a reward for his capture! This absorbing book will have children - and adults - poring over every page. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War remains as entertaining as ever.

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Get ready to set sail on a thrilling adventure through history with Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War book. This captivating masterpiece takes you inside an 18th-century warship, right in the heart of a battle on the high seas. With its extraordinary illustrations and fascinating content, this book is perfect for children and adults alike.

Experience the awe-inspiring world of warship design and navigation as you explore every nook and cranny of the ship. Biesty's incredible drawings offer an unprecedented look at the intricate details, from the crow's nest to the stinking hold. Dive deep into the pages filled with gory details and captivating facts that will leave you spellbound.

Uncover the secrets of how gun crews fired cannons and unravel the mysteries of a surgeon's toolkit. Discover the best techniques to wriggle maggots out of the ship's biscuits – a survival skill you never knew you needed! And don't forget to keep an eye out for the mischievous stowaway lurking on every page. Capture him and claim the reward!

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War continues to amaze and enthrall readers of all ages. With its rich content and stunning illustrations, this remarkable book is an essential addition to any history enthusiast's collection. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on a journey back in time. Get your copy today!

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